Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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